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Auxin shows apical dominance. Removal of shoot tips prevents the apical dominance and promotes the growth of lateral buds which is very useful in tea leaves production.

1. Auxin promotes apical dominance.
2. Removal of shoot tips promotes lateral bud growth.
3. Auxin is useful in tea leaves production.
4. Auxin removal promotes lateral bud growth.

Correct answer: Removal of shoot tips promotes lateral bud growth.

Solution

The shoot tip produces auxin, which suppresses lateral bud growth and maintains apical dominance. When the tip is removed, auxin levels drop, so lateral buds are released and begin to grow.

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